Mr. Elisara
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I've grown to value my role as an educator and I think Skyline is an awesome school with boundless potential. I teach because I enjoy working with high schoolers - hoping to impart knowledge not only through instruction but also through positive leadership. I work hard to be an effective teacher and I look forward to positive experiences in my classes every year.
Fun Fact: My wife, Cora, is an elementary teacher...and we're expecting a daughter in February! In the picture I'm attempting to execute a sweep entry...rotational shot put or discus? Anyone? |
Coach Elisara
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As a former collegiate student-athlete I developed a love and passion for athletics and an appreciation for what it takes to balance a busy schedule. I learned firsthand the amount of time and effort required to achieve a high level in both academics and athletics. I carry these lessons into my work as a teacher and coach...it requires a lot of time and effort to achieve a high level in these fields too.
Fun Fact: I've been fortunate to be able to coach the same positions/events I competed in as an athlete (football - defensive line, track & field - shot put and discus). |
University of Washington graduate...again
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I earned my Masters in Education while working as a Life Skills Assistant and Learning Specialist at the UW. I focused on providing collegiate student-athletes with personal and academic support while working with former advisers and teammates.
Fun Fact: My mom and dad are both educators, as well as my wife and both of her parents. |
Teach for America - Mississippi Delta Corps
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Upon graduating I joined Teach for America and moved to the South. I had the best experience of my life teaching Geometry and coaching football, basketball, and track and field. After two years in the classroom I managed teachers grades K-12 throughout the Mississippi Delta region as a Manager of Teacher Leadership & Development for Teach for America.
Fun Fact: You might hear an occasional Southern Drawl... |
University of Washington graduate
(l-r) #10 Jake Locker, #15 Jermaine Kearse, #71 Cody Habben, #1 Chris Polk, #40 Mason Foster, #99 (me), #8 Nate Williams
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I attended the UW as a student-athlete on a football scholarship and majored in Communications with a minor in Education. I also threw shot put and discus for the track and field team.
Fun Fact: #71 went to Skyline, #10 played for the Titans, #15 for the Seahawks/Jets, #1 for the Eagles/Texans, #40 for the Buccaneers and now for the Redskins Whylights? CLICK HERE |
High School | Ferris - Spokane, WA
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As a high schooler I participated in wrestling, football, track and field, and debate. I couldn't have had a better high school experience and I hope the same for any high school student. I think it should be one of the best times of your life!
Fun Fact: Skyline and Ferris have faced each other twice in the football state championship. Skyline won in 2009 and Ferris won in 2010. |
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